Categories Mosquito Control, Termite Control

Termite & Mosquito Control in St. Johns County, FL

Pest control technician providing termite and mosquito control services at a home in St. Johns County, Florida

Living in St. Johns County means enjoying warm weather, beautiful neighborhoods and plenty of outdoor activities. Unfortunately, Northeast Florida’s heat, moisture and seasonal rainfall also create favorable conditions for termites and mosquitoes. Professional termite and mosquito control can help protect your property while making outdoor spaces more comfortable for your family and guests.

Homes throughout St. Johns, Julington Creek, Fruit Cove, Switzerland, Nocatee, Durbin Crossing, Ponte Vedra and World Golf Village may experience termite activity. Because termites often work behind walls, beneath flooring or near foundations, an infestation can remain unnoticed. Warning signs may include discarded wings, mud tubes, damaged wood, bubbling paint or wood that sounds hollow when tapped.

A professional termite inspection can identify visible evidence of activity, conducive conditions and potential entry points. Based on the findings, an appropriate termite-control plan can be recommended for the property. Regular inspections are especially worth considering for homes with moisture problems, wood-to-soil contact, older construction or previous termite activity.

Mosquitoes are another familiar concern for residents near the St. Johns River, Julington Creek and the county’s ponds, wetlands and wooded areas. They commonly rest in shaded vegetation and reproduce in standing water. Gutters, planters, birdbaths, toys, buckets and drainage areas can all hold enough water to support mosquito development.

Reducing standing water and maintaining landscaping can help, but professional mosquito control provides another layer of protection. Treatments can target shrubs, shaded foliage and other areas where mosquitoes frequently rest. Because weather, vegetation and property conditions differ, mosquito service should be tailored to each yard rather than approached as a one-size-fits-all treatment.

From neighborhoods near Veterans Park and Alpine Groves Park to communities around Creekside High School, Bartram Trail High School and the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce area, St. Johns Pest Control provides local pest-control solutions based on each property’s needs. The county’s parks and waterways are part of what makes the area special, but the surrounding moisture and vegetation also make ongoing pest awareness important. St. Johns County Parks and Recreation maintains local parks and waterway access, while Alpine Groves Park sits along the St. Johns River.

If you have noticed possible termite activity or mosquitoes are interfering with your time outdoors, contact St. Johns Pest Control to discuss an inspection and treatment options for your St. Johns County property.

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Categories Termite Control

Extensive Termite Damage

One of our clients was unaware that their home was infested with Termites. It was not until we did a complete Termite Inspection did we realize the extent of the damage to the homes foundation. Pictures below show the foundation around the front door complete rotted away from Termites severely causing structural safety issues to the home. Schedule your Termite Inspection & Treatment now! 904-888-9995

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Categories Pest Control Service, Uncategorized, Wildlife Control

Major Damage by Raccoons

I got a call at 8P.M. this week from a couple that had just returned from a vacation to find four racoons in their master bathroom. Not only did the Racoons cause them grief after a long day of travel to return home, they also did an enormous amount of damage to the home. The mother Racoon was using a tiny gap in the soffit to enter the attic. She had easy access to move in and out of the home at will and forage for food. She gave birth in the attic and nursed her young, and while the residents below were unaware. When the family left town to go on vacation, the Raccoons felt safe enough to try and explore the interior of the home proper. They absolutely destroyed a large amount of the duct work, the air return, and even damaged a lot of the vents. When inspecting the home after I relocated the Raccoon family, I noticed that many of the AC vents had insulation visible. This is an indicator that the duct leading to that vent is compromised and leaking the cold air into the attic. Of coarse this means your air conditioner works harder and runs longer leading to a higher electric bill, but it will burn your air conditioner up faster. Most of the time this whole scenario can be avoided. St. Johns Pest Control will bring any potential access points for rodents or other wildlife to your attention, and usually offer a solution that can be taken care of with fairly light exclusionary work. Having St. Johns Pest Control provide monthly or quarterly service can stop a nightmare like this before it had a chance to even start.